Gary Swearingen
- CFP
- Managing Partner
- PIM Portfolio Manager
Gary Swearingen
- CFP
- Managing Partner
- PIM Portfolio Manager
Gary Swearingen, a seasoned veteran in the financial industry, holds the esteemed positions of Managing Partner and PIM Portfolio Manager at SC3F Wealth Management Group, amassing a wealth of experience spanning over 24 years. Graduating from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, he furthered his academic prowess by attaining a Master of Science Degree from the College of Financial Planning.
Gary's commitment to excellence is underscored by his prestigious CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification, showcasing his dedication to providing top-tier financial guidance. Notably, he has achieved significant milestones in his career, being recognized as both a Platinum Council Manager* (in 2010, 2012-2015, & 2018) and a Platinum Council Advisor from 2011-2022.** These accolades, acknowledged by Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, attest to his exceptional proficiency. Adding to his impressive accolades, Gary has been featured in the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor list for the years 2018, 2021, and 2022.***
***2018 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: (Awarded February 2018; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/16 - 6/30/17. 2021 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 - 6/30/20. 2022 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 - 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
In his personal life, Gary finds joy in family, residing in Neoga with his wife, Jenny, and their two daughters, Kyra and Ella. This wholesome family unit forms the foundation of his dedication to both his professional and community-oriented pursuits.
Outside of his professional commitments, Gary is deeply entrenched in community service, exemplified by his active membership and past presidency of the Mattoon Rotary Club, where he was also honored as the Rotarian of the Year****. His extensive volunteer efforts and leadership were recognized in 2020 when he received the prestigious Golden Deeds Award***** from the Mattoon Exchange Club. Gary has also served in various capacities, including the board of the Douglas-Hart Nature Center, demonstrating his dedication to environmental causes. He remains connected to his roots as an alumnus of Eastern Illinois University, actively participating in the Alumni Association. His involvement in charitable activities includes disaster recovery with the Red Cross and home rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Katrina. Gary also shares his love for arts and sports, having served as the past President of the Little Theater on the Square and as the St. Anthony Bass fishing coach.
CA Insurance License #0D65412. Resident State IL.
*The Platinum Council Manager (previously Premier Manager) distinction is held by a select group of Managers at Wells Fargo Advisors and reflects a superior level of professional achievement and a steadfast commitment to achieving business objectives.
**The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices, and team structure may also be used to determine recipients.
****The 2013 Rotarian of the Year was bestowed by the Mattoon Rotary Club as a result of philanthropic efforts, unrelated to the business of the firm.
*****The 2020 Golden Deeds Award was bestowed by the Mattoon Exchange Club as a result of philanthropic efforts, unrelated to the business of the firm.
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- Eastern Illinois University
Chris Considine
- Senior Partner
Chris Considine
- Senior Partner
Beyond his professional achievements, Chris is a vibrant contributor to his local community, recognized with the prestigious Citizen of the Year*** award by the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce. His commitment to community service extends to various boards, including the Mattoon Tourism Board, where his valuable input makes a lasting impact. With over 25 years of service, Chris remains an integral member of the local Babe Ruth Board, showcasing his enduring dedication to youth development through sports. Additionally, he has played instrumental roles on boards such as the Mattoon Pride Softball Board and the Mattoon T-Ball Board. Chris's active involvement extends to the YMCA May Merriment annual event, where he has served as the past Chairman. Notably, he's contributed his expertise to the Board of Directors for the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System and the Camp New Hope Advisory Board.
Educated at Eastern Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business with a minor in Economics, Chris is a proud alumnus of Mattoon High School. Alongside his wife, Kerry, they cherish family life in Mattoon and take immense pride in their three wonderful children – Courtney, Kasey, and Camdyn. Committed members of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Mattoon, Chris and Kerry's dedication to their community and family echoes through every aspect of their lives.
**2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
*The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices, and team structure may also be used to determine recipients.
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*** The 2003 Citizen of the Year Award by Mattoon Chamber of Commerce was bestowed by the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce as a result of community efforts, unrelated to the business of the firm.
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- Eastern Illinois University
Craig Cunningham
- CFP
- Senior Partner
Craig Cunningham
- CFP
- Senior Partner
Craig Cunningham, Senior Partner at SC3F Wealth Management, joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2012. Since then, Forbes magazine has repeatedly recognized him as a “Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor*”. (2017, 2019, and 2020). Similarly, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network recognized him as a “Platinum Council Advisor**” from 2017 to 2019 and in 2021-2022. Craig has also earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification.
Prior to becoming an advisor, Craig practiced law in Indianapolis, where he clerked for a federal judge and worked in the litigation department of a prominent law firm that has been listed in AmLaw 100 rankings. Given that he is no longer practicing law, Craig cannot give legal advice, but he feels that the law helped provide a great analytical framework for his current work.
He earned his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law, where he graduated in the top 10 percent of his class and sat on the Illinois Law Review. Prior to law school, he attended DePauw University, where he graduated summa cum laude with an economics degree and was selected as the "Economics Student of the Year" both his junior and senior years.
Craig is actively engaged in the community, serving as a member of the Charleston Rotary Club and the CCAR Board. He lives in Charleston with his wife, Rachael, and their sons, Griffin and Max. Outside of work, Craig enjoys spending time with his family, seeing new cities, attending concerts, and occasionally pretending to exercise while listening to podcasts.
*2017 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors: Awarded July 2017; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/16 - 3/31/17. 2019 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors: Awarded June 2019; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19. 2020 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors: Awarded July 2020; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20 (Source: Forbes.com)The Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
**The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices, and team structure may also be used to determine recipients.
CA Insurance License #0172507. Resident State IL.
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- DePauw University
- University of Illinois College of Law
Mitchell Inskeep
- Senior Partner
Mitchell Inskeep
- Senior Partner
In his role as a Senior Partner at SC3F Wealth Management Group, Mitch brings to the table a wealth of expertise in cultivating robust and trusting relationships, underpinned by exceptional communication and service. He maintains a keen focus on both the foundational principles and intricate technical aspects of the economy and markets, embracing a holistic approach that has consistently driven long-term success in wealth building for his esteemed clients. Mitch holds a profound appreciation for the wonderful clients he has had the privilege to serve, often considering them as friends.
With a wealth of experience preceding his current role, Mitch spent a decade as a Senior Vice President of Investments, where he garnered recognition as a Platinum Council Advisor* for seven consecutive years from 2015 to 2021. Prior to this, he contributed his expertise at Edward Jones and PNC (and its predecessors) in the Investment Management & Trust Division.
A graduate of the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, Mitch earned his Bachelor’s degree from the College of Agriculture, with a business emphasis. Hailing from Elmwood, Illinois, he, along with his wife Michelle, raised their three children in Peoria, Illinois. Beyond his professional commitments, Mitch finds joy in photography, hiking, and playing golf, making the most of any day ending in the letter 'Y.'
Mitch's dedication and achievements in the financial realm, including his prestigious Platinum Council Advisor distinction, are a testament to his unwavering commitment to professional excellence and the lasting impact he creates for his clients.
* The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices, and team structure may also be used to determine recipients.
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Joseph Fearday
- CFA
- Senior Partner
Joseph Fearday
- CFA
- Senior Partner
Notably, Joe was recognized by Forbes as one of the Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors* in 2018, a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence within the financial domain. With a rich history at Wells Fargo Advisors, starting in 2009, and prior experience as a financial analyst for an investment group in Mattoon, Joe's expertise spans various facets of finance.
Joe, alongside his wife, Racheal, has made Effingham, IL his home. As active members of St. Anthony Parish, their lives are deeply rooted in community and family. Proud parents of three wonderful children – Rylee, Eva, and William – the Fearday family invests their time and energy in church activities, school engagements, and Rotary involvement, both locally and regionally. Joe's community commitment extends to the board of the Ballard Nature Center, as well as prior leadership roles with the Community Foundation, St. Anthony Hospital Foundation, United Way, and YB Next. Through his professional expertise and genuine dedication to community service, Joe continues to make a meaningful impact in both the financial sector and the lives of those he serves.
*2018 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors: Awarded July 2018; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/17 - 3/31/18 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
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- Eastern Illinois University
Dan Cunningham
- Senior Partner
Dan Cunningham
- Senior Partner
Before transitioning into financial advisory, Dan honed his skills in tax and audit work as a CPA, enriching his understanding of the financial landscape. Subsequently, he held pivotal roles within a local bank, ranging from overseeing the trust department to managing the investment center, eventually attaining the esteemed position of Community President.
Dan's altruistic spirit is mirrored in his extensive community involvement, spanning previous leadership roles in various esteemed organizations such as the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce, Mattoon Kiwanis Club, Mattoon Area Family YMCA, and Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center Foundation. He's been a dedicated contributor to his alma mater, Eastern Illinois University, and has remained active in his church, serving in multiple capacities.
Educated at Effingham High School, Eastern Illinois University, and Northwestern Graduate Trust School, Dan's commitment to continuous growth and education has been a constant in his life. He and his wife, Jeanne, call Mattoon home and take immense pride in their two sons, Jay and Craig, as well as their sons' spouses, Mary and Rachael. The true joy of Dan's life comes from his five cherished grandchildren - Lyla, Kai, Reese, Griffin, and Max - a testament to the love and fulfillment he finds in both his professional and personal pursuits.
*The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices, and team structure may also be used to determine recipients.
**2018 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: (Awarded February 2018; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/16 - 6/30/17 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
CA Insurance License #0M72792. Resident State IL.
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- Eastern Illinois University
- Northwestern Graduate Trust School
Matthew Grahn
- Partner
Matthew Grahn
- Partner
During his time there, Matt had the privilege of consulting more than 500 Financial Advisors and teams across the region, honing his expertise in serving high-net-worth families with complex financial needs. After an extended period of consulting and managing Financial Advisors, Matt started to miss the one-on-one conversations with the clients. He wanted to get back to helping families directly. As fate would have it, Matt and his wife, Joslyn, met Dan and Jeanne Cunningham of Mattoon, Illinois at a conference in Colorado. With Dan’s growing practice, and Matt’s growing family, Matt and Joslyn decided to move to Effingham, Illinois, to be closer to family and embark on an exciting new chapter.
Today, Matt is part of a collaborative team of Financial Advisors, including Dan Cunningham, Craig Cunningham, and Chris Considine. Drawing from his experience in consulting, he has tailored his practice to serve a select number of clients, enabling him to devote ample time to each individual's unique financial situation. This specialized approach is particularly beneficial for high-earning families and those with intricate tax and estate concerns. His clientele extends across the country, from California to Florida.
In his free time, Matt enjoys traveling with family, golfing, and exercising. He is an advocate for school choice and has the privilege of serving on the school board at Discovery Christian School in Effingham. Matt invites you to schedule an in person or Zoom meeting to explore if he can be of service to your family.
CA Insurance License #0K66367. Resident state IL.
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- University of Missouri – St Louis
Briana Whitley
- CFP
- Senior Financial Advisor
Briana Whitley
- CFP
- Senior Financial Advisor
Briana graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. Additionally, she furthered her education after graduating by earning the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2017, showcasing her commitment to excellence.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Briana serves as the Secretary for Mattoon Emerging Leaders, a networking group for local up-and-coming professionals. She resides in Charleston alongside her husband, Zachary, and their son Everett. Together they cherish the shared journey of life in this vibrant community.
CA Insurance License #0N10229. Resident State IL.
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- Eastern Illinois University
Amanda Gatewood
- CFP
- Financial Advisor
Amanda Gatewood
- CFP
- Financial Advisor
Now, as a proficient financial advisor, Amanda holds an impressive array of FINRA Series 7, 9, 10, and 66 registrations, showcasing her dedication to professional growth and expertise. Beyond registrations, she has also earned the prestigious CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification, underlining her commitment to excellence and providing top-notch service to her clients. Amanda's education, coupled with her hands-on experience, has molded her into the competent and compassionate Financial Advisor she is today.
In her role, Amanda has the privilege of partnering with Joe Fearday, embodying her passion for assisting clients in crafting a financial future that perfectly aligns with their unique goals and aspirations. Beyond the office walls, Amanda finds joy in the company of her husband, Josh, and both their families, cherishing quality moments spent together. Actively involved in their community and church, First Church of God in Vandalia, Amanda has demonstrated her dedication by serving in leadership capacities with YBNext and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Their home in Beecher City is shared with their lovable dog, Piper. Amanda's story reflects a genuine commitment to both her clients' financial well-being and her community, making her a standout professional in the finance realm.
CA Insurance License #4061662. Resident State IL.
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- Eastern Illinois University
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